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Grand Valley joins statewide partnership to support automated vehicle technology

Grand Valley State University has joined a statewide partnership that focuses on training the next generation of high-tech talent who will work to advance automated vehicle technology.

Oct 16, 2017


GVSU earns federal grant to support degree completion for area veterans

Grand Valley received a $1.3 million, five-year federal grant to establish a TRIO Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program, providing free academic support services to low-income veterans who want to complete degree programs.

Oct 11, 2017


GVSU named Best College Buy for 22 consecutive years

For the 22nd year in a row, Grand Valley State University has been named one of America's 100 Best College Buys by Institutional Research and Evaluation, Inc. in Georgia.

Oct 2, 2017


GVU Foundation elects new members

The Grand Valley University Foundation elected new directors and advisory cabinet members at its annual meeting September 26.

Sep 27, 2017


GVSU to celebrate dedication of Haas Center for Performing Arts

The performing arts have long played a vital role in the West Michigan cultural experience, and Grand Valley has made the performing arts an integral part of its liberal arts education. As the university's arts programs have grown, so has the demand for expanded, flexible, multidisciplinary performance spaces and the resources needed to prepare students for regional and national stages. To meet these needs, the Grand Valley community will celebrate the dedication of the newly renovated and expanded Thomas J. and Marcia J. Ha

Aug 21, 2017


Grand Valley community mourns Judith Hooker, dedicated philanthropist and community supporter

A lifelong community supporter and philanthropist, Judy had a major role in the growth and progress of the university.

Aug 15, 2017


Renovated Performing Arts Center gets new name, increased support

The Thomas J. and Marcia J. Haas Center for Performing Arts will be dedicated August 25 and named in honor of the president and first lady of Grand Valley. The former Performing Arts Center on the Allendale Campus has gone through an extensive renovation and will reopen in time for the fall semester.

Jul 21, 2017


Grand Valley State announces expansion to Grand Rapids health campus, sets tuition

Grand Valley is expanding its health campus in downtown Grand Rapids to accommodate the ever-increasing demand from students and health care providers.

Jul 14, 2017


Grand Valley State buys property, plans for engineering expansion and parking

Grand Valley State University's Board of Trustees approved the purchase of the Ferris Coffee and Nut facility in downtown Grand Rapids, with plans to expand its engineering programs.

Jun 21, 2017


First Grand Valley graduates to celebrate 50th reunion

Fifty-one people from Grand Valley's first graduating class will celebrate their 50th reunion June 23-24.

Jun 20, 2017